View video – Tech Talk: Jessie Shternshus’ New Developers Conference Workshop 2014: Lean Presentation Skills – the Improv Effect. [1:49:49] Shternshus applies the Build-Measure-Learn feedback loop strategy of the Lean start-up model to developing and delivering presentations in a series of experiential exercises. This is a long video; however, it is included as an option because it contains valuable information. To aid time management, the video has been broken out into separate skill segments if you wish to explore the Lean Presentation approach as you work through related course topics.
View the Build segment [0-37:45 min] which provides practical tips on generating ideas from your own work, and exploring audience responses via social media platforms and networking, as well as using traditional research methods. Again, knowing your audience and clarity of purpose(s) are highlighted. What are your audience’s needs? What do you want them to say, think, do, and feel after your talk?
Next view the Measure segment [37:45-46:35] which proposes using laddered presentation practice opportunities, such as meetups, workplace lunch and learns, and social media posts. In all practice situations, keep track of audience feedback as you go. The way they reflect your message may even be better than the way you said it! This segment includes a set of questions to help you focus your presentation. A printable copy of the questions is available on Slideshare.
Finally, view the Learn segment [46:36 – 1:46:49] which emphasises intentionality in framing your message content and in your nonverbal communication. Usually, the more conversational you are, the more audience engagement. Don’t worry about being perfect. Mistakes make you human, and may even provide shared humour. Another key message is that feedback exchanges with audiences are a vital source of learning. As Shternshus notes, you can literally speak your audience’s language by reflecting their messages. And, if they reflect your own message back to you, then you know you nailed it!
Web Reading – Lean Product and Process Development
If you are interested in learning more about the original lean product development model, read this short Lean-Product-and-Process-Development article by Dr. Lori Eberhardt.
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View video – Tech Talk: Jessie Shternshus’ New Developers Conference Workshop 2014: Lean Presentation Skills – the Improv Effect. [1:49:49] Shternshus applies the Build-Measure-Learn feedback loop strategy of the Lean start-up model to developing and delivering presentations in a series of experiential exercises. This is a long video; however, it is included as an option because it contains valuable information. To aid time management, the video has been broken out into separate skill segments if you wish to explore the Lean Presentation approach as you work through related course topics.
View the Build segment [0-37:45 min] which provides practical tips on generating ideas from your own work, and exploring audience responses via social media platforms and networking, as well as using traditional research methods. Again, knowing your audience and clarity of purpose(s) are highlighted. What are your audience’s needs? What do you want them to say, think, do, and feel after your talk?
Next view the Measure segment [37:45-46:35] which proposes using laddered presentation practice opportunities, such as meetups, workplace lunch and learns, and social media posts. In all practice situations, keep track of audience feedback as you go. The way they reflect your message may even be better than the way you said it! This segment includes a set of questions to help you focus your presentation. A printable copy of the questions is available on Slideshare.
Finally, view the Learn segment [46:36 – 1:46:49] which emphasises intentionality in framing your message content and in your nonverbal communication. Usually, the more conversational you are, the more audience engagement. Don’t worry about being perfect. Mistakes make you human, and may even provide shared humour. Another key message is that feedback exchanges with audiences are a vital source of learning. As Shternshus notes, you can literally speak your audience’s language by reflecting their messages. And, if they reflect your own message back to you, then you know you nailed it!
Web Reading – Lean Product and Process Development
If you are interested in learning more about the original lean product development model, read this short Lean-Product-and-Process-Development article by Dr. Lori Eberhardt.
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